Bachelor Degree in International Relations & Diplomacy

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Overview

Political and economic problems today transcend international boundaries: Schiller International University’s Bachelor Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy program equips students with the expertise they need in order to pursue a life in government, business, and journalism and at international organizations and law firms, or to continue graduate studies in political science and international relations.

Schiller International University students initially pursue courses of study in liberal arts, in order to give them a thorough foundation in history, economics, political science, and international relations.

In their final two years of study, students will go on to apply their analytical skills to case studies, debates, and on-site visits.

Political and economic problems today invariably transcend national boundaries. This means that the international agenda encompasses scientific, technological, cultural, and humanitarian concerns, as well as the more traditional area of diplomatic activity. Students receive coursework in history, economics, political science, and international relations.

The international relations program equips students with the expertise they need to pursue careers with international organizations, in law, government, business, or journalism, and to move onto graduate programs in political science and international relations if desired.

Objectives

1. Demonstrate an understanding of international relations concepts and ideas.
2. Display competence in oral and written communication as it relates to international relations.
3. Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to matters related to international relations and diplomacy.
4. Analyze key issues associated with international organizations, multilateral processes and the non-governmental sector that operate in international politics.
5. Exhibit appreciation for multiculturalism and global diversity.

Modules

Required International Relations & Diplomacy Courses		Credits
EC 452	Resources & the Environment	3
EC 457	Economy of Developing Countries	3
IR 331	Modern Diplomacy	3
IR 335	American Foreign Policy	3
IR 341	Concepts of International Relations	3
IR 353	The Political Economy of North-South Relations	3
IR 370	Writing for Foreign Affairs	3
IR 450	Practical Diplomacy	3
IR 481	Selected Topics in International Relations	3
PS 370	American Political System	3
Required International Business Courses		Credits
IT 103	Applications of Computers	3
BA 369	Introduction to Sustainable Development	3
BA 370	Business Communication	3
BA 384	Behavioral Aspects	3
BA 401	Human Resources Management	3
BA 437	Multinational Enterprise	3
EC 352	Economic Geography	3
EC 455	International Trade & Finance	3
GEB 1350	Introduction to International Business	3
IR 470	International Economic Policies & Institutions	3
Required General Education Courses		Credits
AR 222	Art History	3
ECO 2013	Principles of Microeconomics	3
ECO 2023	Principles of Macroeconomics	3
EN 111	English Composition: Expository Writing	3
EN 112	English Composition: Persuasive Writing	3
BA/EN 200	Cross-Cultural Communication	3
EN 373	Public Speaking	3
EN 490	Intercultural Communication	3
HI 225	European History to 1815	3
HI 226	European History: Napoleonic Period to the Present	3
IR 221	Introduction to International Relations	3
MA 172	Applied Mathematics	3
MGF1107	College Math	3
PS 221	Introduction to Political Science	3
PSY 1021	General Psychology	3
SO 137	Science and Society	3
Required Foreign Language Courses		Credits
FR 101	Beginning 1	3
FR 102	Beginning 2	3
FR 201	Intermediate 1	3
FR 202	Intermediate 2	3
Total Credits Required:		120

 

 

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